Maroon Bells Review

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Maroon Bells

  • Address: White River National Forest, Aspen, CO | Map It
  • Directions: Maroon Creek Rd., 10 mi west of Aspen

Fodor's Review:

The majestic Maroon Bells are twin peaks more than 14,000 feet high. The colorful peaks, thanks to mineral streaking, are so vivid you'd swear they were blanketed with primrose and Indian paintbrush. It's one of the most-photographed spots in the state. Cars are allowed only partway, but the Roaring Fork Transportation Authority provides shuttle buses that leave regularly in summer months from the Rubey Park Transportation Center in downtown Aspen. A convenient pass, available for $18.50, includes one trip to the Maroon Bells and one ride up Aspen Mountain's Silver Queen Gondola, where concerts, nature walks, amazing hiking, and other activities await you.

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